With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,450 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
01What Put Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,500
- Lowest Price Today₹16,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 25.2% above the period average and just 43.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,750 (15.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹32,500, with the average around ₹14,737. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,450 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,450 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,400 | ₹21,450 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,400 | ₹21,450 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,500 | ₹23,400 | ₹24,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,500 | ₹23,400 | ₹24,950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹25,500 | ₹27,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹25,500 | ₹27,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹25,400 | ₹26,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹32,500 | ₹30,500 | ₹31,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹26,400 | ₹27,450 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹26,400 | ₹27,450 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹26,400 | ₹27,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹26,400 | ₹27,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,500 | ₹26,400 | ₹27,450 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,500 | ₹22,400 | ₹24,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,500 | ₹22,400 | ₹24,450 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.